September is , an opportunity for our communities to have deeper conversations about mental health and to learn about the warning signs and resources available for suicide prevention.ÌýÌý
Prioritizing Mental HealthÌýÌý
At Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÔÚÏß, we believe mental health is equally important as physical health. By prioritizing physical and emotional safety of our students, Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÔÚÏß has established a Suicide Prevention Program to ensure our Team and Family is equipped to meet the needs of our students on all fronts – preventatively and responsively. Through the implementation of universal prevention measures such as school-wide screenings, raising awareness, and involving families, we can all prevent suicide.ÌýÌý
Hope Squad at Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÔÚÏß
Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÔÚÏß is proud to announce that all 26 Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÔÚÏß campuses in the Rio Grande ValleyÌýare home to a campus Hope Squad. This innovative program aims to foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment by empowering students to become mental health advocates for their peers.ÌýÌýÌý
Hope Squad is a student-led group that provides support, resources, and encouragement to fellow students who may be struggling with mental health challenges. These dedicated individuals undergo training to identify and assist classmates who may be experiencing difficulties. Through their efforts, Hope Squad members play a crucial role in promoting mental health awareness, reducing stigma, and creating a culture of compassion within the school community. Ìý

Be the Light Week 2025
During the week of September 22 – 26, 2025, Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÔÚÏß Rio Grande Valley Hope Squads will celebrate Be the Light Week to emphasize the importance of self-care and seeking support by sharing information and resources on campus.Ìý
Through daily activities, Hope Squad members aim to spread positivity, hope, and support in an effort to show support and solidarity with their school community during Suicide Prevention Month. Through student-led activities and spreading the message of hope, students are breaking the stigma around mental health in their school communities. Ìý

Positive messages light up Âé¶¹´«Ã½ÔÚÏß Brownsville during Hope Week 2024Ìý
Mental Health Conversations & SupportÌý
Talking is the first step to preventing suicide. Even when we may sense someone is struggling, you can learn the warning signs, know the risk factors, and start an open conversation with someone you love. Visit the website for resources to start and continue the conversation around mental health.ÌýÌýÌý
You can speak with several people to ask for support:ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý
- Your child’s doctorÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý
- Mental health hotlines and text linesÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý
- Your local mobile crisis unitÌýÌýÌý
- Dial 911 for immediate emergenciesÌýÌýÌý
- Dial 988 for suicide and crisis lifelineÌýÌýÌý
- Your school counselor or social workerÌý
Every campus has an academic counselor and social worker on-site who is available to support you in finding resources to help with your child’s mental health and social-emotional well-being. Contact them if you have any questions or need support in meeting your child’s mental health needs.ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý
You can also contact national and state helplines if you need help navigating resources to support your child.ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý
(988) Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-8255ÌýÌýÌýÌý
OK2TALK Teen Helpline: 1-800-273-TALKÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý
Crisis Text Line – Text SIGNS to 741741 for 24/7, anonymous and free crisis counselingÌýÌýÌýÌý
National Crisis Resources For ParentsÌýÌýÌý
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